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Markets are oscillating between sentiment and fundamentals, with global disruptions impacting near-term earnings. Raunak Onkar of PPFAS Mutual Fund highlights that while growth expectations are long-term, supply chain issues may affect upcoming quarters. He remains positive on the structural trajectory of financial services and technology, despite AI concerns.
Diane Hendricks, billionaire and chairperson of ABC Supply, emphasized the one should focus on learning from successful entrepreneurs to avoid pitfalls in wealth management. A prominent figure in American business, she has a net worth of $22.3 billion.
Maruti Suzuki anticipates a strong 10% volume growth in FY27, supported by new production lines. The company's outlook is bolstered by healthy demand, especially from rural markets. Margin recovery will be a gradual process, with Maruti carefully managing input cost increases. Exports are expected to remain stable. The company is well-positioned for the upcoming fiscal year.
The US State Department has instructed consular officers worldwide to deny visas to applicants who say they fear harm in their home country, a directive that creates a direct conflict with existing asylum law.
Blackstone-backed Bagmane Prime Office REIT on Wednesday fixed a price band of Rs 95-100 per unit for its Rs 3,405-crore initial public offering (IPO), which will open for subscription on May 5.
Foreign investors have pulled more than $20 billion out of Indian equities in the first four months of 2026, surpassing last year's record annual exit, as an Iran war-driven spike in oil prices soured sentiment on Asia's third-largest economy and one of the biggest importers of crude oil.
Indian education firm Allen Career Institute, backed by James Murdoch and Uday Shankar's Bodhi Tree Systems, is reportedly exploring an initial public offering in Mumbai. The company, a specialist in competitive test preparation, has been in discussions with investment banks about a potential listing. Deliberations are ongoing, and a final decision on the IPO has not yet been made.
Australian shares closed at a near four-week low on Wednesday but pared early losses after a softer-than-expected measure of core inflation cooled expectations of a May rate hike, although underlying inflationary trends remain a concern.
Donald Trump shared a light-hearted story about his mother’s crush on King Charles, eliciting laughter from the King. The moment, while humorous, highlighted the complex diplomatic relations between the UK and the US amidst recent tensions.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned of an impending global bond crisis, citing rising government debts and geopolitical risks like the Iran-US conflict. He anticipates a sharp jump in bond yields, potentially drawing investors from equity markets. This comes as US Treasury yields remain elevated amid inflation worries and the ongoing Middle East war.
The government is pivoting its highway strategy towards elevated corridors, ring roads and bypasses around major cities to ease congestion and cut logistics costs, marking a shift from inter-city expansion to urban decongestion.
Gold's role in global reserves is set to grow. Deutsche Bank forecasts gold prices could reach $8,000 per ounce in five years. Central banks are increasing their gold holdings, moving away from the US dollar. This trend is driven by economic and geopolitical uncertainty. Emerging markets are leading this shift, diversifying their reserves.
Crude oil prices and UAE's role in OPEC+ are influencing Indian markets. Experts suggest oil prices may fall in the medium term, easing concerns for India's economy. The banking and financial sector shows resilience, with rural and auto demand supporting lending. The pharmaceutical sector sees opportunities in generic drugs like Semaglutide.
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company's shares surged over 13% after reporting a significant jump in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 111.34 crore, exceeding brokerage estimates. The insurer also saw a 14% year-on-year growth in net earned premium and a narrowing of underwriting losses, indicating improved operating efficiency and profitability.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari says that petrol and diesel vehicles have no future, urging automakers to shift to hydrogen, ethanol, CNG, LNG and electric fleets. Highlighting India’s ₹22 lakh crore fossil fuel import bill, he called hydrogen the “fuel of the future” at Busworld India 2026.
CEAT shares surged over 12% after reporting a remarkable 145% jump in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 243.85 crore. Revenue also saw a significant 23% rise. The company recommended a higher dividend of Rs 35 per share. Despite geopolitical headwinds, CEAT achieved robust growth across all segments, with plans to expand capacity and manage rising raw material costs.
